A state endangered listing is an effort to avoid a complete Federal listing – exactly what Canada is proposing – which would entail much more extreme regulations.

Other potential actions being considered include seasonal restrictions on timber cutting in close proximity to known maternity sites, protection of hibernacula, restrictions on winter hibernacula human entry and use and the seasonal curtailment of wind turbines in critical areas.

The Game Commission is now looking for input on the measures suggested to try and protect these bats. The public has until September 11th, 2012 to submit their comments to Calvin DuBrock, Director, Wildlife Management, Game Commission, 2001 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110.